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The Importance of Securing Mobile Device Platforms

Smartphones and tablets have enabled employees to take their work anywhere, at any time. But just how safe is the data stored on these mobile devices? Unfortunately, one of the most common challenges IT managers face is determining which mobile device platforms are secure enough to allow a connection with corporate networks.

The mobile device platform you choose will impact the ability to enable comprehensive end-to-end security, and some vendors make it more difficult to enforce security protocols and policies than others.

It can be tempting to stray from the security roadmap security professionals have put in place when data breaches like the Sony and Anthem breaches are all over the news. But experts say it's crucial to stick to the security basics.